Invisibility cloak edges closer

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In summary, the conversation discusses the potential uses of meta materials and the discovery of creating illusions with them. One person suggests creating a "now you see it, now you don't" picture and another suggests using it to create a "bag of holding." The conversation also mentions a new article about using this technology to make a wall appear to have a hole in it.
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How cool is this!

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/sci/tech/8025886.stm"
 
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I want to see a "now you see it, now you don't" picture -- even if it's in the infrared spectrum. I'm tired of just seeing these zoomed in pictures of meta materials!
 
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Now how about a bag of holding? I could make millions making purses.
 
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Check out this new article:
http://www.technologyreview.com/blog/arxiv/23519/

The researchers have even found a mind-boggling application. Their idea is to create the illusion that a wall has a hole in it, and then use the hole to look through the wall.

..and...

So anybody looking at this mouse would instead see an elephant.
 

What is an invisibility cloak and how does it work?

An invisibility cloak is a hypothetical technology that could render an object or person invisible. It would work by bending light around the object, essentially making it seem like it is not there.

Has an invisibility cloak been created yet?

No, an invisibility cloak has not been created yet. While there have been advancements in the development of cloaking technology, scientists have not yet been able to create a fully functioning invisibility cloak.

What are the potential applications of an invisibility cloak?

An invisibility cloak could have a variety of applications, including military use for stealth operations, medical use for non-invasive procedures, and even entertainment purposes.

What are the challenges in creating an invisibility cloak?

There are several challenges in creating an invisibility cloak, including finding materials that can bend light in the necessary way, creating a cloak that works from all angles, and overcoming the limitations of current technology.

When can we expect to see a functioning invisibility cloak?

It is difficult to predict when a functioning invisibility cloak will be created. While there have been some breakthroughs in cloaking technology, it may still be many years before a fully functional invisibility cloak is developed.

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